OSHA Greenlights More Safety Tests for DEKRA Inc.
Published Date: 8/22/2025
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Summary
DEKRA Certification Inc. wants to grow its role as a trusted safety tester, and OSHA is ready to say yes! They’re also thinking about adding two new test rules to keep things safe and sound. This means companies relying on DEKRA can expect more testing options soon, with no extra costs announced yet.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
DEKRA Seeks Expanded NRTL Role
OSHA announced DEKRA Certification Inc. has applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and OSHA gave a preliminary finding to grant that application. Companies that rely on DEKRA for safety testing can expect more testing options soon, and the notice says no extra costs have been announced.
Two Test Standards Proposed for NRTL List
OSHA proposed adding two test standards to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards. This proposal means new testing standards may become available under the NRTL program, and the notice does not announce any associated cost changes.
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